Heath Ledger was undeniably an extremely talented actor.  I mean, he IS the reason I was excited to see the next Batman film.  His turn as the Joker looked fascinatingly dark and intriguing in the trailer for the movie, and I’m sure that he was the main reason why so many people were already excited about the next Christopher Nolan film that was coming out, that and the fact that Nolan is an extremely talented director and story teller. 

Heath’s untimely death this week was a tragic loss and shocking event for the public, and no doubt heart wrenching and numbing experience for his loved ones.  I think that his death has really struck a cord with the American public because he is an actor that was taken off this earth in the prime of his life, when it looked as though he had nailed another role and would most likely receive recognition and undying respect from Hollywood, and it seemed he was also at an excellent place in his personal life, with a beautiful young daughter whom he reportedly doted on.

As for the roles I’ve seen Heath in, he has never been anything short of an amazing actor, and I admired the fact that he seemed to keep himself and his family out of the tabloids, instead opting for a low key life in Brooklyn. 

My prayers go out to his family.